Tax returns designate a line for every type of income. Canada tax line 15000 is the line particularly intended for ‘total income.’ Hence, the line 15000 tax return is where you can calculate and report the gross income you have earned in a tax year before deductions.  

Line 1500 is not used to calculate your tax bill, but it does give you an idea about your total income, which you can use for several purposes. What is line 15000 on my tax return? This and more, we discuss below.  

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What Is Line 15000 on Tax Return?

Line 15000 on your income tax return, formerly called line 150, is where you write down your total income before deductions. This includes all sources of income you earned throughout the tax year, from your salary to pensions, which is why it can be interchangeable with ‘gross income.’  

While line 15000 allows you to calculate your total income, it is not used to calculate your income tax bill or refunds. It is used, however, as a basis of your taxable income and to determine your eligibility for potential credits and benefits.  

Learn the Differences! ‘Total’ or ‘gross’ income is the amount you earned in a tax year before deductions. Taxable income is the amount where your ‘total income’ is already subtracted with eligible deductions. Net income is your take-home pay after taxes were deducted. 

What Is Line 15000 on Tax Return

When Do You Need Your Total Income?

Even if you cannot directly use line 15000 to calculate your tax liability, it serves various purposes: 

  • To get a comprehensive snapshot of your financial health 
  • To use as basis for financial institutions, lenders, or government agencies whether you are eligible for certain financial services (e.g., loan, mortgage, credit line, etc.) 
  • To calculate for legal situations (e.g., spousal support, child support, etc.) 

Overall, your total income is the initial basis for calculating your taxable income. You may also need the information from your line 15000 at some point in the future. 

What is Included in Total Income?

Any income sources contribute to your total income, such as: 

  • Employment income (e.g., wages, salaries, commissions, bonuses, tips, gratuities, honoraria, benefits from employment insurance, etc.) 
  • Self-employment income 
  • Rental income 
  • Interest and other investment income 
  • Dividends 
  • Pension and other benefits 

Seek Help from Experts: If you are not sure about how to calculate your total income, especially which income you should factor into, it’s best that you seek support from tax advisors. They can calculate accurately on your behalf, including your tax liability, and help you plan your tax and financial position effectively.  

How to Calculate Total Income

Calculating your Line 15000 is critical in determining your tax liability. It is usually done by summing up the following lines: 

  • Line 10100: Employment Income 
  • Line 10400: Other Employment Income 
  • Line 14300: Self-Employment Income 
  • Line 14700: Total of Workers’ Compensation, Social Assistance, and Net Federal Supplements 

You will need the T4 slip to get an accurate amount of how much you are paid by your employer.  This is also called Statement of Remuneration Paid, which your employer sends to both you and the Canada Revenue Agency. More reason you need to disclose your income and pay taxes correctly, as CRA knows exactly how much you earn.  

Where is line 15000 on T4 slip?  You can check the following: 

  • Box 14 on your T4 slip. This outlines your employment income, which you will subsequently report on Line 10100 of your tax return. 
  • Other boxes on the T4 slip. This may contain additional income types and benefits contributing to your overall income. 

Pro-Tip: To work out your taxable income, subtract eligible deductions from your total income. This amount arrives at your net income amount, which is your tax-deducted take home pay. However, to ensure you get the right calculations, consult tax expert professionals for the task.  

Other FAQs

Line 10100 on a Canadian tax return reports your total employment income, including wages, salaries, and tips. Line 15000, however, reflects your total income from all sources, such as employment, investments, pensions, and other taxable income streams. 

In Canada, if you fail to report $500 or more of income on your tax return, you may face penalties from both federal and provincial or territorial authorities. Repeated failure to report income can result in even steeper penalties, so it’s crucial to disclose all earnings to avoid fines. 

In Canada, non-taxable amounts like lottery winnings, most gifts, and inheritances are not considered income, unless they are tied to employment, a business, or property. These amounts don’t need to be reported on your tax return, but other forms of income should be disclosed to avoid penalties. 

Seek Expert Tax Advice

CRA gets tipoffs everywhere about your income, so be sure to consider all your earnings when filling in your line 15000 tax return. If you are unsure how to proceed with your tax returns, Legend Fusions is here to help. We offer comprehensive tax services, from planning to preparing your tax returns. Talk to our experts today! 

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Jeffrey Ross

Jeffrey Ross is an experienced tax accountant focused on US-Canada cross-border taxation, with over three years in the industry, including a key role as client manager at a Canadian tax firm. He provides expertise in corporate and personal tax planning, specializing in non-resident tax, capital gains, CRA and IRS compliance, and retirement planning. Known for his personalized approach, Jeffrey is dedicated to guiding clients with clear, practical advice tailored to complex tax scenarios, aligned with the evolving tax laws.

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